Microtis quadrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quadrata
ID:
472863
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.J.Bates) D.L.Jones & M.A.Clem.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Orchadian 14(8: Sci. Suppl.): xiv (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472195
Common Names
- Microtis
- Microtis quadrata
- Quadrata
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- Microtis media quadrata R.J.Bates [unknown]
Description
Microtis quadrata (also called Square-stemmed Onion Orchid, among many other common names) is a small herb, typically growing up to 20 cm high. It is native to Australia and is found in arid areas, often in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Microtis quadrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its timber is used for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Microtis quadrata are small, yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microtis quadrata is a hardy shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Microtis quadrata
Microtis quadrata is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.
Microtis quadrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microtis quadrata?
Microtis quadrata
What is the family of Microtis quadrata?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Microtis quadrata?
Square-tipped Onion Orchid
Species in the Microtis genus
Microtis alba, Microtis angusii, Microtis arenaria, Microtis atrata, Microtis brownii, Microtis eremaea, Microtis familiaris, Microtis globula, Microtis graniticola, Microtis media, Microtis oblonga, Microtis oligantha, Microtis orbicularis, Microtis parviflora, Microtis pulchella, Microtis rara, Microtis unifolia, Microtis eremicola, Microtis quadrata, Microtis cupularis, Microtis alboviridis, Microtis gracilenta,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
Robert J. Bates (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.Bates' in the authors string.
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77062214-1: Based on the initial data import